Kleine ZalzeCellar Selection Pinotage 2022

Product code: 19993
£11.50 inc VAT
South Africa
Red Wine from
Stellenbosch, South Africa
Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Stellenbosch
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Kleine Zalze
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: RJ Botha
Grape
Grape: Pinotage
Grape: 100% Pinotage
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Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Stellenbosch
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Kleine Zalze
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: RJ Botha
Grape
Grape: Pinotage
Grape: 100% Pinotage

Product Notes

Kleine Zalze Cellar Selection Pinotage is a premium red wine that showcases the unique characteristics of Pinotage grapes grown in the Stellenbosch region of South Africa. Its deep ruby color and medium-bodied structure opens up with aromas of ripe dark berries, spice and oak, followed by rich flavors of black cherries, plums and a touch of vanilla on the palate. The wine is well-balanced with smooth tannins, a good acidity level and a lingering finish. Kleine Zalze Cellar Selection Pinotage is a delicious accompaniment to red meats, game or hearty vegetarian dishes. It can be enjoyed upon release or cellared for further aging.

Tasting Notes

A great example of what Pinotage can offer when the fruit is top of the bill and subtle oak lending a hand. Plump plum fruit and a mellow Mediterranean-like spicy feel.

About the Winery

Kleine Zalze

If you have tasted wines worldwide, you would know that South African wines are known for their uniqueness. The grapes grown in South Africa are known for their full-bodied and elegant character. Kleine Zalze, located in the wine-rich region of Stellenbosch, is one such rich wine label, which is an excellent blend of richness and comfort. 

The history of the Kleine Zalze wines dates back to 1695, when the South African wine industry founder, Simon van der Stel, planted the first vines in the region, which is within 3km distance from Stellenbosch. The beautiful climatic conditions and the diverse soil qualities found in the vineyards here are suitable for producing red and white wines. Though the 90-hectare vineyard’s first vines were planted in 1695, the first wine from this label came out in 1997.

Like most popular wine labels globally, Kleine Zalze gives importance to three important factors while making its wines. They are vineyards, cellars and the people. The ranges of wines produced by this label are:

KZ Family Reserve – These are flagship wines of this brand, and the grapes grown in selected single-vineyards are used for this range. Cabernet For this limited quantity range of wines, Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc and Shiraz varietals are used.

Vineyard Selection – These are made from excellent grapes grown in premium, single vineyards. Grenache, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz are used for these.

Cellar Selection – Sauvignon Blanc, Cinsault, Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay are used for these accessible wines.

Zalze Range – Chenin Blanc, Mourvedre, Viognier and Viognier are grown on the Zalze estate are used for this range.

Foot of Africa – Carefully selected Chenin Blanc, Shiraz and Viognier are used for these affordable wines.

MCC – These are wines made from the traditional Method Cap Classique style, and the finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are used for this range.

Cleefs – This range is dedicated to Nicholas Cleef, who acquired Zalze range of wines in 1695.

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